Laverne Cox has become one of the most influential transgender figures in entertainment and advocacy, breaking barriers for trans representation in mainstream media. She rose to international fame through her role as Sophia Burset on Netflix’s Orange Is the New Black, where she portrayed a complex transgender character navigating life in prison. This breakthrough role […]
Laverne Cox has become one of the most influential transgender figures in entertainment and advocacy, breaking barriers for trans representation in mainstream media. She rose to international fame through her role as Sophia Burset on Netflix’s Orange Is the New Black, where she portrayed a complex transgender character navigating life in prison. This breakthrough role […]
Jazz Jennings is one of the most well-known transgender advocates and has been a strong voice for the LGBTQ+ community since she was a young child. Over the years, she’s used her story to help others understand what it means to be transgender. Through her TV show I Am Jazz, her books, and her public […]
Many transgender people dream of having a full transition. This doesn’t only include the removal or augmentation of breasts and hormone replacement therapy. To them, the only way they’d eradicate gender dysphoria is through gender reassignment surgery (GRS). However, GRS or SRS, is life-changing and mostly irreversible. That’s why it’s very important not to cut […]
In recent years, the fight for inclusivity and diversity has gained unprecedented momentum across various sectors of society, including the corporate world. These trailblazing companies have recognized that fostering an inclusive workplace not only drives innovation but also fosters an environment where all employees can thrive and reach their full potential. Let’s explore how these […]
One of the common misconceptions about transgenderism is that it’s just a trend. However, transgenderism existed way before the mainstream media started discussing and featuring it. Today, we’re going to share the life of Lucy Hicks Anderson, a transgender woman who existed in the 1800s. Yes, you’ve read that right, the 1800s and not 1980s. […]
In the tumultuous and transformative decades of the 1970s and 1980s, a figure emerged onto the global stage who would forever change the landscape of both professional sports and transgender rights. Her name was Renée Richards, and her remarkable journey from a skilled ophthalmologist to a professional tennis player and a proud transgender woman. Her story, marked […]
Imagine a world where being your true self is met with shock and scandal. In the glitzy realm of 1960s fashion, among the twinkling lights and elegant couture, stood April Ashley—a stunning model with a secret. Her journey wasn’t just about striking poses; it was about breaking barriers as a transgender woman in a time […]
Jackie Shane was a trailblazing American soul and rhythm and blues singer who made a significant impact in the music industry and the LGBTQ+ community. Known for her dynamic stage presence and powerful vocals, she rose to fame in the 1960s and became a fixture on the Toronto music scene. Despite facing discrimination and prejudice […]
In the colorful tapestry of reality television history, few figures have shone as brightly as Miriam Rivera. With a radiant spirit and an indomitable courage, she made her mark as the world’s first transgender reality TV star. From her groundbreaking appearance on the reality show “There’s Something About Miriam,” where unsuspecting contestants vied for her […]
Gabbi Tuft’s life story is one of courage and transformation. Once known as Tyler Reks in the world of WWE, where she dazzled fans with her wrestling prowess, Gabbi has since embarked on a deeply personal journey that has touched the hearts of many. Her transition from a celebrated male wrestler to a proud and […]
